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Study in Malaysia
Close to home, English-speaking and affordable — with branch campuses of UK and Australian universities, so you can earn a foreign degree for a fraction of the cost.
- Intakes
- Feb · Jul · Sep
- Course length
- BSc 3–4 yrs · MSc 1–2 yrs
- Typical English
- IELTS 5.5–6.0
- Visa
- Student Pass (EMGS)
- Flight from Dhaka
- About 4 hours
Why students choose Malaysia
Foreign degree, lower cost
Branch campuses award the same UK or Australian degree as the home university, with Malaysian tuition and living costs.
Easy to settle in
English is widely spoken, halal food is everywhere, and there is a large Bangladeshi student community.
Flexible intakes
Most universities take students two or three times a year, so you rarely wait long to start.
Everything from shortlist to arrival.
One counsellor handles your whole journey, so nothing falls between a university, an agent and a travel agency.
- Honest university & course shortlist
- Applications, SOP & document review
- Scholarship search
- Offer conditions & deadlines tracked
- Visa file & interview preparation
- Pre-departure orientation for you and your family
Not included: tuition and living costs, application and visa fees paid to universities and embassies, and the financial proof shown for the visa.
Six steps from Dhaka to your first class.
FROM
Dhaka
Apply 4–6 months ahead · Student Pass via EMGS usually 4–8 weeks
TO
Kuala Lumpur
- Apply
- Offer
- Documents
- Visa
- Prepare
- Fly
Apply 4–6 months ahead · Student Pass via EMGS usually 4–8 weeks
- 1
Shortlist & apply
Choose universities that fit your grades, budget and goals, then apply before the deadline.
We do: shortlist, SOP & application review
- 2
Offer & acceptance
Meet any conditions on your offer and confirm your place.
We do: conditions checklist & deadlines
- 3
Funds & documents
Prepare financial proof, academic papers and any translations.
We do: document check, twice
- 4
Student Pass via EMGS
Submit your visa application and attend biometrics or an interview if asked.
We do: visa file & interview practice
- 5
Pre-departure
Accommodation, flights, insurance and what to expect in your first weeks.
We do: orientation for you and your family
- 6
Fly & start classes
Arrive before orientation week and register with your university.
We do: arrival checklist
Start in February, July or September.
| Intake | Apply (typical) | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| February | Sep – Dec | Popular with HSC students |
| July | Feb – May | Offered by many private universities |
| September | Apr – Jul | Main intake at public universities |
Typical windows — intakes and deadlines vary by university.
Where students live
Kuala Lumpur
The capital: most universities, jobs and transport, with higher rent.
Selangor
Petaling Jaya, Subang and Cyberjaya — campus suburbs close to KL.
Penang & Johor
Quieter, cheaper cities, with EduCity's branch campuses in Johor.
Who can apply
FOUNDATION
SSC / O-level passes
IELTS 5.0 · A one-year route into a Bachelor's.
BACHELOR'S
HSC GPA 3.50+ or 2 A-level passes
IELTS 5.5–6.0
MASTER'S
Bachelor's, CGPA 2.75+ typical
IELTS 6.0
Documents we'll help you prepare
- Passport & photos
- SSC & HSC certificates, marksheets
- Bachelor's certificate & transcript (Master's)
- English test result, where required
- Statement of purpose & CV
- Sponsor's bank statements & income proof
- Medical screening on arrival (EMGS)
Typical starting points — every university and course sets its own rules.
Plan for tuition and living costs.
There's no fixed visa balance, but you should show you can pay tuition and live comfortably — plan for roughly MYR 1,500–2,500 a month (≈ ৳44k–73k) for living costs, depending on the city.
Do
Keep 6 months of steady statements, tax papers and a clear source of funds.
Avoid
Sudden large deposits, unexplained money and last-minute paperwork.
Work, housing and what comes after.
Part-time work
Students can usually work only during semester breaks of more than seven days, up to 20 hours a week. Don't plan on earning during term.
Accommodation
University hostels and shared condos near campus keep costs low.
After graduation
Many students use a Malaysian degree as a stepping stone to a Master's in Australia, the UK or Europe.
FREE · PDF
Study in Malaysia guide
Bangla & English
- ✓ Entry requirements by qualification
- ✓ Intakes & application timelines
- ✓ Visa document checklist
- ✓ Financial proof rules
- ✓ Part-time work & scholarships
Get the Malaysia guide on WhatsApp.
Read it with your family before your first session.
Thinking about Malaysia?
Book a free session with a counsellor — bring a parent, bring your questions. We'll tell you honestly whether Malaysia fits your grades, budget and plans.
Information is indicative and collected up to 2026. Entry requirements, intakes, fees, financial rules and work rights change by university and year — your counsellor confirms the latest before you apply. Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant immigration authorities. Taka (৳) amounts are approximate conversions at September 2026 rates.